1979 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2619 mm |
